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08/14/2026
Type of Position:Academic Program ManagementNo
Job Type:Fixed Duration of Project/Grant (Fixed Term)Day Shift (United States of America)No
Institution Name: University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation's top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations.
The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation's strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.
As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.
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Department:Executive Education
Summary of Job Duties:The Executive Education Program Manager is responsible for the development, management, and continuous improvement of the Executive Education open-enrollment program portfolio. This position identifies Executive Education needs as indicated by the market/industry, collaborates with faculty and subject matter experts to design relevant programs, and oversees program delivery from concept through evaluation. The Program Manager serves as a key liaison among faculty, participants, marketing, and operational partners to ensure high-quality learning experiences that meet market demand and achieve enrollment goals.
Specific responsibilities include identifying and communicating Executive Education program needs, as indicated by industry; assisting with the development of a portfolio of innovative programs that evolve with industry and market demand; recruit, develop and support faculty as they develop Executive Education open enrollment programs; partner with the marketing director to effectively market programs; develop and maintain budgets, continuously reporting financial positions; manage program logistics and evaluations; oversee program implementation to ensure alignment with budget parameters and quality standards, and execute work with minimal supervision.
Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.
Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Business, Communications, Adult Education, Higher Education, Organizational Leadership, Marketing, or related field from an accredited institution of higher education

• Experience developing, coordinating, or managing training, professional development, educational, or workforce development programs

• Experience managing projects, events, or program logistics

Applicable equivalencies may be considered for the above qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in executive education, corporate learning and development, workforce development, continuing education, or university-based professional education

• Experience collaborating with faculty, instructors, consultants, or subject matter experts

• Experience with program budgeting, enrollment management, and financial reporting

• Experience supervising student employees, temporary staff, or part-time employees

• Experience with marketing, program promotion, or participant recruitment strategies

• Experience translating market, industry, or stakeholder needs into programmatic solutions

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities(KSAs):

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Additional Information:

This position is renewable annually based on continued need for the position, availability of funding, and satisfactory job performance.

Commensurate with education and experienceCover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), ResumeProof of Veteran StatusBlythe Eggleston
Executive Director of Executive Education & Workforce Development
Beggleston@walton.uark.edu

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

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Special Instructions to Applicants:

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry

The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

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Frequent Physical Activity:N/A
Occasional Physical Activity:N/A
Benefits Eligible:Yes